James "Jim" Showlund

James "Jim" Showlund passed away unexpectedly at home on February 2,2022 with his wife at his side. Jim was born on February 21,1951 in Everett and lived in Marysville for the first half of his life. He moved to Gig Harbor and went to Bates Vocational School for TV broadcasting. He worked for KCTS for several years before starting his apprenticeship with IBEW local 76. He became a commercial electrician and eventually opened a small engine repair shop before retiring.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Terry. He is survived by his wife, Katrina; son, Eric; stepsons, Wesley, and Tristan; daughter, Stacey; and his brother, Mike. He is also survived by his granddaughters, Avery, and Teagan
There will be a celebration of life on Saturday, February 19th at the clubhouse at The Lakes in Gig Harbor at 2 pm. Address is 4420 146th St NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98332. Dress will be casual. Remembrances may be made to the Shriner's Hospital, https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/giving. Inurnment, Haven of Rest Cemetery, Gig Harbor, WA.